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1. Ocala National Forest ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Ocala National Forest
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2. Appleton Museum of Art, Ocala ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture

3. Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing

Category: Entertainment
Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing
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4. Gypsy Gold Horse Farm

Category: Activities
Gypsy Gold Horse Farm
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5. Juniper Prairie Wilderness Area

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Juniper Prairie Wilderness Area
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6. Ocala Civic Theatre

Category: Entertainment

7. La Cuisine French Restaurant, Ocala

Category: Food & Drink

8. Belleview-Santos Trail

Category: Activities
Belleview-Santos Trail
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9. Sholom Park

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Sholom Park
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10. Silver River Museum

Category: Activities

11. Silver Springs State Park

Category: Activities
Silver Springs State Park
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12. Fort King National Historic Landmark, Ocala

Category: Activities
Fort King National Historic Landmark, Ocala
© Fort King National Historic Landmark

13. Discovery Center

Category: Attractions
Discovery Center
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14. The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park, Ocala

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The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park, Ocala
© The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park

15. Petting Zoo Ocala

Category: Kids & Family

16. Reilly Arts Center

Category: Attractions

17. The Ocala Escape

Category: Entertainment

18. The Mojo Grill and Catering Company

Category: Food & Drink
The Mojo Grill and Catering Company
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19. Harry's Seafood Bar and Grill

Category: Food & Drink
Harry's Seafood Bar and Grill
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Visitors flock to the beautiful beaches that surround three sides of the state.
  • Though it is located away from the coastline, central Florida is a destination that should not be overlooked.
  • The city of Ocala in Marion County offers many interesting sights and experiences for those visiting the Sunshine State, including lakes and great restaurants.

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